Have you ever been afraid of your mind going blank when you sit an exam? I have. And many of my students tell me they worry about this too. It would be a nightmare if this really happened, but fortunately, studies show that it’s actually very unlikely. Usually, your memories flood back once you pick up a pen and start answering questions. However, the worry… Read More
Adults talk about being stressed, but we can sometimes forget that children experience stress too. They can be affected adversely by what may seem like little things such as a new sibling, a variation in their daily routine or a change in their environment. As a parent, you can’t stop all stress in your kid’s life, but you can help them develop healthy ways to… Read More
People have often limited their definition of creativity to art. There are indeed many different ways to define creativity, as it can come in the form of original thought, divergent thinking, problem solving, inspiration and imagination. Perhaps it is easier to think of creativity as a matrix like this: Creativity can be either emotionally or cognitively based, and it can also be spontaneous… Read More
How did you celebrate Christmas this year? Maybe it’s your whole family gathered by the dinner table with a decorated tree next to you or you racing out of the bedroom on Christmas morning to see what Santa Claus left you. But have you ever wondered where your favourite traditions came from? Let’s take a look at some of the traditions in other countries because… Read More
When it comes to speaking for second language learners, we are often judged by others how well we can speak in terms of fluency and accuracy. Indeed, every English speaker, be it native or foreign, is bound to hesitate at some stages during a conversation. Therefore, I will like to share some tips on how to hesitate like a native English speaker while you speak. Always remember that it’s… Read More
